Travelling with children
We want to make the journey for the little ones as comfortable as possible.
Your journey starts at the airport
The wait at the airport can sometimes be challenging for our little guests. We have tried to create fun experiences for them to make their journey a bit more enjoyable.
It is recommended to arrive early when travelling with young children. This way you avoid possible stress and start your journey with a peace of mind and with time to enjoy yourself. Track your flight on your phone if you have checked baggage. This way you can monitor when your luggage can be checked-in.
Pushchairs/strollers are available throughout the terminal, so your youngest travellers shouldn’t have to walk very far. The strollers can be found at various locations throughout the terminal and all passengers are welcome to use them when needed.
There is a play area in the South Building located near the C gates. Restaurants and a seating area are located in close vicinity. Click to view the location on map.
Fund for children and adults. Fully interactive and sensor-based gaming experience engages players of all ages, promoting movement and fun without the need for controllers.
Need help?
Frequently asked questions about travelling with a child at KEF airport.
In order to meet the needs of the child throughout the trip, baby food is exempt from liquid restrictions. You are allowed to carry the following in hand luggage in quantities of more than 100 ml -
Baby food
Bag with puree and smoothie
Powdered milk and necessary water
Boiled water
It is the decision of each airline whether a baby stroller can be brought on board the plane. It is important to familiarize yourself with the rules of the airline you are flying with before departure. In many cases, strollers and prams have to be checked in as odd-size luggage.
Car seats usually have to be checked in as odd-size baggage. It is the airlines that set the rules regarding which baggage should be checked in and what can be brought into the passenger cabin of the plane. Please view the rules of your airline before departure.
Strollers and prams fall under odd-size baggage and are checked in at a special area in the check-in hall.
No, they cannot be ordered in advance, but they can be found throughout the terminal and all passengers are free to use them if needed.
The first spot they can be located is under the stairs leading to the security screening.